Podcasts about Spiritualism

Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! In this week's episode we get into the juicy part of our Ghost Hunting 101 series which focuses on ponderous art of scrying, some basic psychic self defense with a little bit of advanced theory, an invocation to Saint Michael and how to deal with haunted or otherwise cursed objects. In the extended episode we continue by discussing dealing with difficult clients, jinxes, spiritual possession (both good and bad) before closing up with theories regarding effective warding and banishing. Thank you and enjoy the show! In this week's episode we discuss: ScryingBasic Psychic ProtectionEffective Banishing For BeginnersA Protective Prayer to Saint MichaelPsychic AttackThe Principles of PsychometryDealing With Haunted ObjectsIn the extended show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we go a bit further down the rabbit hole and discuss:Dealing With Problematic Clients Ghosts Draining or Charging BatteriesJinxes and HexesPossession and the Early Christian ChurchTypes of Spiritual OppressionNon-Consensual Clergy Each host is responsible for writing and creating the content they present. Tim prepared the 101 points while Luke provided historical context and stories.Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitMake sure to check out CrypticChronicles.com!SOURCES:-101 Ways to Find a Ghost-Picture Yourself Ghost Hunting, by Christopher Balzano-The Paranormal Handbook by David Sulton-Locating haunting: a ghost-hunter's guide, by Julian Holloway and James Kneale-Encyclopedia of Haunted Places GHOSTLY LOCALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD, by Jeff Belanger-The Everything® Psychic BookSupport the show

Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! In this week's episode we continue onto part 3 of our series on Ghost Hunting (with our ghost-writer mister Tim Hacker) on the subject of anomalous paranormal activity that is hard to categorize (focusing on bigfoot), how to analyze evidence and taking the first steps to honing our own psychic ability. In the extended show we continue our conversation on psychic abilities by examining the various ways they usually manifest, studies performed on identical twins with the ability, Rupert Sheldrake's research into morphogenic fields and German U-Boat captains using make-shift pendulums to hunt allied convoys when the radio was broken. Thank you everybody and enjoy the show!Make sure to check out CrypticChronicles.com to see more of Tim's work. In this week's episode we discuss:-Anomalous Phenomena-Bigfoot-Analyzing Evidence-Honing Psychic Ability In the extended episode available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we discuss:-Different Types of Psychic-Upton Sinclair's Remote Viewing Experiments-Identical Twins and Psy-Rupert Sheldrake's Morphogenic Fields-Necromancy-Scrying in A U-Boat Each host is responsible for writing and creating the content they present. Tim prepared the 101 points while Luke provided historical context and stories.  Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitSOURCES:-101 Ways to Find a Ghost-Picture Yourself Ghost Hunting, by Christopher Balzano-The Paranormal Handbook by David Sulton-Locating haunting: a ghost-hunter's guide, by Julian Holloway and James Kneale-Encyclopedia of Haunted Places GHOSTLY LOCALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD, by Jeff Belanger-The Everything® Psychic BookSupport the show

Janice Joplin, the L.A. riots, you can't deport people en masse, America loves slavery.What you should do, if you really want to win.You have to think like a psychopath to get how America works.Europe and Canada aren't as good at being slave owners as America.Re-writing the Epstein narrative.The Elon and Trump cat fight.Sumo's Nephilim deformities.Profiting from stock dips like what just happened with Telsa.This is a vibe-run podcast.The death of Bill Atkinson and how Apple used to be cool. Also licking electronics.The goals of the Nephilim, Old Testament incarnations of Jesus in human form, the Angel of the Lord, humans are special.God didn't make anything bad, it's just in the wrong place.Kavi's KornerAdditional thoughts about the Nephilim and every time Jesus appeared in the Old Testament.More Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

This week the guys welcome the world's foremost expert and renowned pioneer in the field of breathwork, Dan Brulé. They dig into the role of breath as a gateway to expanded consciousness, the nature of life force energy, and what it truly means to breathe with spirit. Dan shares his personal journey to becoming a certified breathwork coach, and how the practice continues to shape his life and perspective. Finally, Ryan reflects on his time with Dan at the Contact Modalities XPO, including a powerful private breathwork session with the Bledsoe family that left a lasting impact.

June 10 2025   The Witch Daily Show (https://www.witchdailyshow.com) is talking Spiritualism was Wild   Our sponsor today Is Moths and Blooms: A coloring book for adults and teens (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DWF5BNLN) and   (   Want to buy me a cup of coffee? Venmo: TonyaWitch - Last 4: 9226   Our quote of the day Is: ― “Some things scratch the surface while others strike at your soul.” ― Gianna Perada   Headlines: https://www.dailylobo.com/article/2025/05/paranormal-expert-teaches-aspiring-ghost-hunters-at-the-painted-lady-brewery ()   Deck: The Slavic Oracle (https://covenoftophania.com/products/the-slavic-oracle)   Other Sources: () Thank you so much for joining me this morning, if you have any witch tips, questions, witch fails, or you know of news I missed, visit https://www.witchdailyshow.com or email me at thewitchdailypodcast@gmail.com If you want to support The Witch Daily Show please visit our patreon page https://www.patreon.com/witchdailyshow   Mailing Address (must be addressed as shown below) Tonya Brown 3436 Magazine St #460 New Orleans, LA 70115

At a time when speaking to the dead was a national obsession, America's séance rooms became theaters of mystery, manipulation, and maybe — just maybe — real contact with the other side.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: A young wife, home alone with her husband in the military, begins experiencing strange happenings in their apartment. *** On a rainy night, a man begins to hear strange sounds from above that can't be explained. *** A WeirdDarkness listener tells their story of being terrified by an entity… for over 21 years. *** A deceased relative saves the life of one woman – her husband tells us the story. *** An invisible friend decides to show up, uninvited, on a camping trip in an original story submitted by a WeirdDarkness subscriber. *** America… the home of baseball, apple pie, jazz, and… the birth of spiritualism. (Spiritualism) *** Was the legendary serial killer the Zodiac a hoax? (Zodiac: The Phantom Killer)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:00:44.845 = Show Open00:02:01.113 = Spiritualism00:15:22.415 = Apartment From Hell00:26:19.681 = From Above00:30:21.799 = Him00:42:35.551 = My Deceased Nan Saved My Life00:45:31.063 = The Camping Trip01:05:19.277 = Zodiac: The Phantom Killer01:41:44.891 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Apartment From Hell” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Lacy T.“From Above” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Sabby Ray (https://www.facebook.com/ray.saibal)“Him” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Taylor Rydbom https://www.facebook.com/taylor.rydbom“My Deceased Nan Saved My Life” submitted anonymously at WeirdDarkness.com“The Camping Trip” submitted to WeirdDarkness.com by Michael“Zodiac: The Phantom Killer”: https://theunredacted.com/zodiac-serial-murders-the-phantom-killer/“Spiritualism” by Troy Taylor: https://www.facebook.com/authortt/posts/1875815915848719?__tn__=K-R=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: November 03, 2017EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/Spiritualism

Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! In this week's show we have Tim Hacker back for PART 2 of our series on 101 Ways to Become a Ghost Hunter! In this part we discuss what types of ghosts you might encounter with some tips from esoteric Buddhist philosophy and conventional European history to reach a deeper understanding of the phenomena itself. We also discuss how to interact with the living during your investigation and some of the dangers you may encounter. In the second half we discuss The Screaming Boy's Ghost of Kinglsey Wood Essex, the fruitfulness of repeat investigations for extremely haunted sites and what deadly medical condition a ghost may actually be able to give you. Thank you and enjoy the show! In this week's episode we discuss:Residual Hauntings and the Case of Anne BoleynIntelligent HauntingsThe Tibetan Book of the DeadThe Kanglang Flute (yes, again)Equipment Check!Client ConfidentialityThe Case of Andrew Borden In the extended show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we go further down the rabbit hole to discuss:The Screaming Boy's GhostRed FlagsDo's and Don'ts of InvestigationThe Case of Robert LaursenRepeat Investigations and Harry PriceEvaluating the Evidence Each host is responsible for writing and creating the content they present. Tim prepared the 101 points while Luke provided historical context and stories.  Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitSOURCES:-101 Ways to Find a Ghost-Picture Yourself Ghost Hunting, by Christopher Balzano-The Paranormal Handbook by David Sulton-Locating haunting: a ghost-hunter's guide, by Julian Holloway and James Kneale-Encyclopedia of Haunted Places GHOSTLY LOCALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD, by Jeff Belanger-The Everything® Psychic BookSupport the show

00;00;00;00 - 00;00;57;04: Introduction to the David Night show, discussing the "all-seeing eye" of Palantir and the tech elite's dark retreats.00;02;28;18 - 00;02;48;25: Report on a 23-year-old Texas man arrested for scaling the wall at Mar-a-Lago, questioning the effectiveness of walls for security.00;05;28;00 - 00;06;03;22: Trump administration expands Palantir's role to compile data on Americans, raising privacy and surveillance concerns.00;09;29;18 - 00;10;09;12: Palantir's deep ties to the federal government and its origins with In-Q-Tel, the CIA's venture capital firm.00;10;38;27 - 00;11;06;05: Palantir executive Mike Gallagher labels pro-Palestine protesters a "domestic terrorist movement," sparking debate on free speech and surveillance.00;20;16;11 - 00;20;46;20: Trump allies with Palantir to build a massive database on Americans, tracking tax returns, bank accounts, and more.00;43;41;15 - 00;43;59;24: Case of Michael Williams, jailed due to an AI-powered gunshot detection program (ShotSpotter), highlighting pre-crime and algorithmic errors.00;49;43;23 - 00;50;10;12: Palantir's ties to the CIA, NSA, and military, with its software likened to the "all-seeing eye" of Sauron from Tolkien's works.00;54;57;27 - 00;55;32;08: PayPal's alleged deep ties with the NSA and its actions against WikiLeaks, raising questions about surveillance and censorship.00;59;38;15 - 01;00;00;11: Critique of Donald Trump as a savior figure, noting disillusionment with his actions like Palantir involvement compared to past policies like lockdowns and vaccines.01;01;31;11 - 01;01;57;23: Archeological and biblical evidence suggesting the Garden of Eden was a real place, possibly in Mesopotamia, tied to the origins of civilization.01;09;17;11 - 01;09;46;05: Crypto founder Charles Hoskinson's terrifying experience in a darkness retreat, fleeing after encountering sleep paralysis and demonic visions.01;29;38;11 - 01;30;02;07: Trump's second term moves toward autocracy, with actions like mass layoffs of civil servants, defunding universities, and deporting U.S.-born children.01;39;28;06 - 01;39;50;24: Growing trend of tech users viewing AI like ChatGPT as a god, with predictions of an official AI-worshipping church emerging within 24 months.01;47;30;29 - 01;47;52;24: Defense Secretary orders renaming of USNS Harvey Milk, a Navy ship named after a gay rights activist accused of predatory behavior.02;00;13;28 - 02;00;31;07: Reflection on Jesus's experience of abandonment by his disciples. 02;10;04;02 - 02;10;28;02: Elon Musk's public criticism of Trump's “Big Beautiful Bill,” which raises the debt ceiling by $5 trillion and ignores fiscal reform promises.02;36;22;20 - 02;36;40;12: Grieving parents in North Carolina charged with manslaughter after their seven-year-old son was killed by a car while walking to a store.02;48;27;05 - 02;48;51;26: Ship carrying 800 electric vehicles abandoned in the Pacific after a fire, possibly caused by lithium-ion batteries. Follow the show on Kick and watch live every weekday 9:00am EST – 12:00pm EST https://kick.com/davidknightshow Money should have intrinsic value AND transactional privacy: Go to https://davidknight.gold/ for great deals on physical gold/silver For 10% off Gerald Celente's prescient Trends Journal, go to https://trendsjournal.com/ and enter the code KNIGHT Find out more about the show and where you can watch it at TheDavidKnightShow.comIf you would like to support the show and our family please consider subscribing monthly here: SubscribeStar https://www.subscribestar.com/the-david-knight-showOr you can send a donation throughMail: David Knight POB 994 Kodak, TN 37764Zelle: @DavidKnightShow@protonmail.comCash App at: $davidknightshowBTC to: bc1qkuec29hkuye4xse9unh7nptvu3y9qmv24vanh7Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-david-knight-show--2653468/support.

Beneath the world's darkest waters, divers have encountered massive, ancient predators with razor-sharp teeth and serpentine bodies that have left survivors traumatized and scientists baffled about what truly lurks in the unexplored depths.Join the DARKNESS SYNDICATE: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateABOUT WEIRD DARKNESS: Weird Darkness is a true crime and paranormal podcast narrated by professional award-winning voice actor, Darren Marlar. Seven days per week, Weird Darkness focuses on all thing strange and macabre such as haunted locations, unsolved mysteries, true ghost stories, supernatural manifestations, urban legends, unsolved or cold case murders, conspiracy theories, and more. On Thursdays, this scary stories podcast features horror fiction along with the occasional creepypasta. Weird Darkness has been named one of the “Best 20 Storytellers in Podcasting” by Podcast Business Journal. Listeners have described the show as a cross between “Coast to Coast” with Art Bell, “The Twilight Zone” with Rod Serling, “Unsolved Mysteries” with Robert Stack, and “In Search Of” with Leonard Nimoy.DISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: Divers venture into the world of the deep, observing seascapes and wildlife most will never witness for themselves. While divers often come across incredible life never seen before, fascinating them and us after seeing the photos, other diver encounters with the unknown leave a lasting impression due to their sheer terror. (Divers's Terrifying True Encounters With Underwater Monsters) *** One hundred years ago, the surge of interest in communicating with spirits challenged Judeo-Christian traditions, sparking the rise of spiritualism in the 19th century. This movement, ignited by the Fox sisters in 1848, blended science with faith and captivated millions across the United States and Europe. Despite skepticism and debunking efforts by figures like Harry Houdini, spiritualism's allure persisted, with some still practicing its methods even today. (Phantoms And Faith: The Rise of Spiritualism) *** Discovered in the Vologne River with his hands and feet bound, four-year-old Gregory Villemin's death led to chilling anonymous threats and a complex investigation. Despite numerous suspects and revived efforts, the true perpetrator of the 1984 murder remains elusive, leaving a family and a community still searching for justice today. (The Mysterious Murder of Gregory Villemin) *** In movies and TV shows, characters often emerge unscathed from being buried alive, but in reality, this ordeal can result in severe physical and psychological trauma. Survivors may need extensive therapy to regain basic functions like walking and speaking due to oxygen deprivation. We'll look at the chilling true horrors of live burials, with firsthand accounts that reveal the terrifying reality behind a fate worse than death. (The Nightmare of Being Buried Alive)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Lead-In00:01:45.828 = Show Open00:03:57.994 = The Duluth Leviathan (Historical Fiction)00:05:36.638 = Divers' Terrifying True Encounters With Underwater Monsters00:30:53.528 = The Mysterious Murder of Gregory Villemin00:39:46.000 = Phantoms & Faith: The Rise of Spiritualism00:47:39.352 = The Nightmare of Being Buried Alive00:56:49.478 = The Haunted Hills of Seven Sisters Road01:01:44.348 = Show CloseSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…Book: “The Loch Ness Story” by Nicholas Witchell: https://amzn.to/3LpqAzVBook: “Haunted Media: Electronic Presence From Telegraphy To Television” by Jeffrey Sconce: https://amzn.to/3Y7tSzd“Divers' Terrifying True Encounters With Underwater Monsters” source: Brent Swancer, Mysterious Universe:https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/3hdp3xyj“Phantoms and Faith: The Rise of Spiritualism” source: Ines Anton, National Geographic: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ypfhbweh“The Nightmare of Being Buried Alive” source: Jacob Shelton, Ranker: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2ku9pnmh“The Mysterious Murder of Gregory Villemin” source: The Scare Chamber: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/y8wktjbv“The Haunted Hills of Seven Sisters Road” source: Patricia Platt, Graveyard Shift: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/yckjz5jb=====(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: July 16, 2024NOTE: Some of this content may have been created with assistance from AI tools, but it has been reviewed, edited, narrated, produced, and approved by Darren Marlar, creator and host of Weird Darkness — who, despite popular conspiracy theories, is NOT an AI voice. (AI Policy)EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/DiversUnderwaterMonsters

Brad Kelly's background and why he left the Art of Darkness podcast.Tolkien and his lack of character development.The hero's journey post World War 2, Catholic vs Protestant stories.The Internet as the printing press times a hunded.Grammar used to be different.Stock market astrology, the Age of Aquarius, the world ended in 2012.Cave spelunking stories.Post burning man depression.Godward does a card trick.Kavi's KornerWho were the Nephilim, where were they mentioned in the Bible and why is this relevant for eschatology and Jesus's ministry?LinksBradkellyesque SubstackMethod and Madness PodcastMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

Ian Bremmer sits down with Jesuit priest and bestselling author Father James Martin to discuss the unprecedented election of Pope Leo XIV—the first-ever (North) American Pope—and what his leadership could mean for the Catholic Church, American politics, and a divided, secular world. Known for his humility and spiritual depth, Pope Leo has a chance to bridge widening rifts within the Church. “There's a lot of division and anger,” Martin says, “but Pope Leo has the opportunity to build bridges between progressives and traditionalists.”Martin highlights the Pope's early statements on war and migration as signs that his moral leadership will extend beyond Church walls, rooted in a clear Gospel mandate: “When Jesus says, ‘When you welcome the stranger, you welcome me,' that's pretty clear.”The conversation also touches on Martin's advocacy for LGBTQ Catholics, especially the trans community, who he says are “being treated like dirt,” and the enduring legacy of Pope Francis, whose compassion and global engagement still echo in the Vatican. “Francis showed us that the Church is a field hospital,” Martin says.Host: Ian Bremmer Guest: Father James Martin  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Send us comments, suggestions and ideas here! Listen to the full episode here! In this week's episode we are joined once again by Tim Hacker of the Cryptic Chronicles Podcast who prepared for us a list of no less than 101 Ways to Become a Paranormal Investigator so you will not only stand the best chance possible of catching evidence of a ghost, ufo or bigfoot but maybe even make a side-hustle out of it while you're at it. Heck, I'd certainly like to some day. In this first part we discuss the qualities a professional ghost hunter is expected to have, a brief history of paranormal investigation, the menagerie of cool equipment to play with during an investigation and how to begin putting together a group yourself! In the extended show we discuss the different types of ghost you can expect to encounter, the discovery of ectoplasm and what the heck ghost are ghosts even made of. Thank you and enjoy the show!In this week's episode we discuss:Qualities Required of a Ghost HunterA History of Paranormal ResearchWhy Are You Doing This?Equipment NeededRecord KeepingParanormal EducationCreation a Ghost Hunting GroupThe Scientific MethodIn the extended show available at www.patreon.com/TheWholeRabbit we go further down the rabbit hole to discuss:Belief in GhostsGhost in Ancient CultureEtymology of GhostTypes of GhostVordogerWhat are Ghosts Made Of?Ectoplasm and Charles RichetHaunted PlacesEach host is responsible for writing and creating the content they present.Where to find The Whole Rabbit:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0AnJZhmPzaby04afmEWOAVInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_whole_rabbitTwitter: https://twitter.com/1WholeRabbitSOURCES:-101 Ways to Find a Ghost-Picture Yourself Ghost Hunting, by Christopher Balzano-The Paranormal Handbook by David Sulton-Locating haunting: a ghost-hunter's guide, by Julian Holloway and James Kneale-Encyclopedia of Haunted Places GHOSTLY LOCALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD, by Jeff Belanger-The Everything® Psychic BookHistory of Ghost Hunting, Fox Sistershttps://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/the-fox-sisters-and-the-rap-on-spiritualism-99663697/Support the show

Ian Bremmer sits down with Jesuit priest and bestselling author Father James Martin to discuss the unprecedented election of Pope Leo XIV—the first-ever (North) American Pope—and what his leadership could mean for the Catholic Church, American politics, and a divided, secular world. Known for his humility and spiritual depth, Pope Leo has a chance to bridge widening rifts within the Church. “There's a lot of division and anger,” Martin says, “but Pope Leo has the opportunity to build bridges between progressives and traditionalists.”Martin highlights the Pope's early statements on war and migration as signs that his moral leadership will extend beyond Church walls, rooted in a clear Gospel mandate: “When Jesus says, ‘When you welcome the stranger, you welcome me,' that's pretty clear.”The conversation also touches on Martin's advocacy for LGBTQ Catholics, especially the trans community, who he says are “being treated like dirt,” and the enduring legacy of Pope Francis, whose compassion and global engagement still echo in the Vatican. “Francis showed us that the Church is a field hospital,” Martin says.Host: Ian Bremmer Guest: Father James Martin  Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Seriah Azkath InterviewLost civilizations and cycles of collapse, ghost photos, hypnosis is not a memory recovery tool despite what you may have heard.Liminality experiences.The pre-Internet world.Infrared light and why it's so hard to photograph paranormal phenomena.UFO sightings.The world is made out of language.Water erosion on the Sphinx and Graham Hancock.Everyone has at least one paranormal story.After the InterviewThe origin of Seriah Azkath's name.Myocarditis admissions.People can't read. Our listeners are pretty smart though.What you want to happen politically isn't going to happen.Sumo's thing (it's a writing contest).Linkswww.wheredidtheroadgo.comSeriah's LinktreeMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/history

This week Kent and C.J. discuss upcoming cuts to BadgerCare, a death in the Milwaukee County Jail, and the online community that helped sow the seeds of the ALCS shooting. For the main topic, they discuss the beginnings of the feud between Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Harry Houdini over Spiritualism.

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tiger King InterviewWhat it's like being in jail with Ted Kaczynski.What were the charges?Political ambitionsSevered tiger heads in the court room.DeportationsHow Joe got started with tigers and exotic animals.Employee injuries.Dealing with tragedy and how to enjoy life.Religion and Joe's connection with God.Paranormal experiences, orbs and ghosts.The Rest of the EpisodeBonding over miso soup, Sumo's mad at Cassandra.Spaying and neutering your pets is cruel. Bob Barker is a bit devilish.You can just do things.Calvinism.Skyrim dragon shouts are very biblically accurate, a divine language.Joel Osteen's philosophyCan you negate God's good plans for your life by speaking negatively?Trump speaking things into reality, counter-signaling curses.The Parable of the Unjust Steward.You can't argue with the results.Links and Musicwww.joeexoticofficial.comI Saw a Tiger Original by Joe ExoticAncient Sanctuary – Gestral Summer Party by Lorien TestardMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

We just can't leave the new age behind. This week, we dive back in and cover some interesting spiritualism subreddits. Maybe we're finally done with this topic for now.Support the showStarting your own podcast? Use this link to receive a $20 Amazon gift card when you sign up for a paid account with Buzzsprout!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1671664LinktreeBuy us a beer!Join us in Discord!DLUTI.comUnplanned PodnancyUndefined Graphics (Photography & Graphic Design)Ghoulish MortalsInquiries: dlutipod@gmail.comDon't Look Under The Internet PO BOX 6437 Aurora IL 60598

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/european-studies

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Ghosts and Things: The Material Culture of Nineteenth-Century Spiritualism (Cornell University Press, 2025) by Dr. Aviva Briefel argues that Victorians turned to the dead to understand the material culture of their present. With the rise of spiritualism in Britain in the early 1850s, séances invited participants to contact ghosts using material things, from ordinary household furniture to specialized technologies invented to register the presence of spirits. In its supernatural object lessons, Victorian spiritualism was not just a mystical movement centered on the dead but also a practical resource for learning how to negotiate the uncanniness of life under capitalism. Dr. Briefel explores how spiritualism compelled séance participants to speculate on the manufacture of spectral clothing; ponder the hidden histories and energies of parlor furniture; confront the humiliations of consumerism as summoned spirits pelted them with exotic fruits; and comprehend modes of mechanical reproduction, like photography and electrotyping, that had the power to shape identities. Dr. Briefel argues that spiritualist practices and the objects they employed offered both believers and skeptics unexpected frameworks for grappling with the often-invisible forces of labor, consumption, exploitation, and exchange that haunted their everyday lives. Ghosts and Things reveals how spiritualism's explorations of the borderland between life and death, matter and spirit, produced a strange and seductive combination of wonder and discomfort that allowed participants to experience the possibilities and precarities of industrial modernity in novel ways. This interview was conducted by Dr. Miranda Melcher whose book focuses on post-conflict military integration, understanding treaty negotiation and implementation in civil war contexts, with qualitative analysis of the Angolan and Mozambican civil wars. You can find Miranda's interviews on New Books with Miranda Melcher, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/british-studies

In this thirty-second installment of fictional horror written and narrated by Dan Cummins.... we head to Bristol County, Massachusetts, where struggling horror author Brad Collins's desperation for another hit book leads him to experiment with the occult. When he realizes that his words - if they even are his words - have tragic real life consequences, will he stop writing? Or will he still finishBurn the Witch?This episode was scored by Logan Keith. We recommend listening with headphones to experience the full effect of all the creepy background noises! If you like this episode, please let us know wherever you rate and review podcasts. Thanks so much!For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.badmagicproductions.com

"I knew what I wanted, but there was something inside me that was like, ‘No.' And for the first time—I listened to that voice." In this deeply moving episode, I'm joined once again by Dr. Leah Taylor— PhD in Mind-Body Medicine, somatic psychologist, healer, and creator of Embodied Groove. Together, we reflect on her powerful journey of transformation inside The Mothership, where she confronted her core wound of unworthiness, released old survival patterns, and reclaimed her creative power.Leah opens up about the turning points that defined the last year—from walking away from a job that didn't meet her value, to building her own thriving client base, to ultimately returning to work under her terms. She also reveals the internal shifts that allowed her to stop sidelining her true soul's work—Embodied Groove—and finally step into it as her legacy.We talk about entrepreneurship through the lens of healing: how honoring your body, emotions, and intuition are the keys to sustainable success, and why inner child work is non-negotiable when you're building a soul-led business. This conversation isn't just about strategy—it's about sovereignty.If you've ever wrestled with self-worth, felt torn between your job and your calling, or feared putting your heart-led work out into the world—this episode will speak directly to you.Press play and experience what happens when a woman stops abandoning herself and fully chooses her path.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode...Dr. Leah Taylor and The Mothership(04:33) The Mothership Flash Sale Opportunity(07:32) The Minimorphosis Special Q&A(10:16) My Job Left Me. The Core Wound Realization(17:40) Shifting The Perspective: Job vs Business(22:30) What is Embodied Groove?(32:51) This is My Thing: Overcoming  Traumas to Make it Happen(35:37) Parent-Child Dynamics and Unspoken Fears. Embracing Growth(41:36) Opening Up the Energy(44:15) The Power of Intuition in Business(49:46) The Mothership: Helping in Manifesting Success and Healing Core Wounds(53:09) Reflecting on the Biggest Creations: Joshua Tree Music Festival(58:57) The Inside/Outside Balance**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.The Mothership gain access to my entire body of work. If you want to join, take advantage of the FLASH SALE running for the next 7 days. Get your first month at only $111 = $444 off your first payment!The Minimorphosis Learn my Simple 5 Step Inner Child Healing Process to dissolve the one core wound that slows down your growth. Use code HEAL at checkout to purchase for only $33! You'll also receive a free Q&A call with me to learn how to apply these tools to your specific situation.CONTACT DR. LEAH TAYLORdrleahtaylor.comFollow on IG drleahtaylorCONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.comJoin my FB groupinfo@alysebreathes.com

Moses Hull was a silver tongued Adventist evangelist who gave up his faith in favor of dialoging with the dead. His fall from grace has become a fearful narrative deployed by Adventists to keep away from slippery slopes that might lead to Spiritualism. But do we have the whole story? In this episode Seth invites Matthew Lucio, Greg Howell, and Shawn Brace to explore one of Adventism's cautionary tales related to talking with the dead.  Show Notes Podcast | Adventist Pilgrimage with Greg Howell and Michael Campbell - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adventist-pilgrimage/id1558388185; Podcast | Adventist History Podcast with Matthew Lucio - https://www.adventisthistorypodcast.org/; Shawn Brace's Substack, Reimagining Faith -  https://shawnbrace.substack.com

Matthew's ghost hunting origin story and personal landmark cases.How to use technology and radio waves to communicate with ghosts.Tesla and Edison's “Ghost phones.”Spirits existing as electromagnetic frequencies.Taunting ghosts and how Sumo wants to get into a physical fight with a demon.The ghost of Henry Dickson and the Big Tunnel.The Hitchiker Phenomenon, the Estes Method and how to get started with ghost hunting.The religious community is allergic to spirits being real. The Catholic church should be at the forefront of paranormal investigations.How divination worksHow to profit off ghosts and demons.Why do the evil prosper?America is Chaotic Neutral, harnessing promethean fire to spit in the face of God.LinksEvel Ogilville on SubstackObscura VoxMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

"Guard your consciousness because our consciousness is our most most precious thing that we have."Welcome to the grand finale of the Bewitched series. Robyn and I wrap up this intense journey, reflecting on lessons learned and closing the book. We discuss the ethical responsibility we felt and the personal cost of sharing these stories.I share 11 patterns of manipulation I tracked across guest stories, explaining how they relate to childhood relational trauma and exploiting "soft spots", like creating trauma bonds and gaslighting. Robyn adds personality insights, contrasting the Dark Tetrad with the Light Triad. We touch on how traits like openness and agreeableness, combined with trauma, may make accomplished, intuitive women susceptible. Discernment is crucial.We also address the question of why Betty's identity was not revealed. We're excited to continue podcasting, collaborating on new content focusing on ethics, integrity, and standards in the healing and spiritual leadership space. We want to thank all of the women who wanted to come forward with their stories and experiences. And also, everyone who showed their support, caring and interest in the series. You rock!This episode is an invitation to safeguard your consciousness, become aware of red flags, do your deeper work, and keep the conversation going so these patterns don't happen in this way again.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:52) Closing the Book on Bewitched(02:32) Programs, Offerings and Discounts(06:43) The Grand Finale Lightning Round(13:46) The Ethical Imperative: Why We Had to Speak(19:53) Uncovering the Patterns of Manipulation(22:25) Pattern 1 - Your Trauma, Her Profit: The Trauma Bond Tactic(27:25) Patterns 2-4: Bait, Whiplash & The Confusion Matrix(34:12) Patterns 5-7: Energetic Control, Isolation & Loyalty(39:44) Patterns 8-9: Projected Copying & Banishing Dissent(42:52) Pattern 10: You're So Special! (Exploiting Your Unmet Needs)(49:38) Pattern 11: Problems Without Solutions(51:57) Personality Insights: The Dark Tetrad vs. Light Triad(01:02:57) Open, Agreeable & Easily Hypnotized: The Painful Familiar(01:07:13) Closing the Chapter on "Betty" & Revoking Validation(01:13:09) Looking Ahead: Ethics, Integrity & New Projects(01:20:39) Final Blessing: Guard Your Consciousness**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Metamorphosis starts its next round at the end of the month. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love.The Minimorphosis Learn my Simple 5 Step Inner Child Healing Process to dissolve the one core wound that slows down your growth. Use code HEAL at checkout to purchase for only $33!The Metamorphosis MethodCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSE@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.cominfo@alysebreathes.com

Ep 47: MEDIUM Philosophy Andy Byng is an evidential medium, teacher, and Spiritualist Reverend. Andy truly inspires Jane and Sarah in this episode as he shares the history, philosophy, and theology of Spiritualism and mediumship. This conversation delves into the nuances of spirit communication, the importance of self-development in mediumship, and the role of philosophy in today's society. And how mediumship is really a natural part of being human! Andy's profound journey into mediumship displays the importance of storytelling in spirit communication. He discusses his early experiences, the awakening of his mediumistic abilities, and the personal development that shaped his understanding of spirit relationships. The conversation explores the natural narrative of life and how it intertwines with the messages from the spirit world, highlighting the significance of self-discovery in the journey of becoming a medium.  He shares the importance of viewing the spirit world as a partnership rather than a hierarchy, advocating for a rational approach to mediumship that operates within natural laws. The discussion explores the role of mediumship in today's society, particularly in light of recent global challenges, and highlights the significance of community and personal purpose in spiritual growth.  Takeaways The storytelling aspect of mediumship is essential. Every spirit communicator has a need to establish their identity. Mediumship is a natural expression of communication with the spirit world. Personal development is crucial for uncovering mediumistic abilities. Life experiences create a narrative that aids in spirit communication. Awakening to one's mediumship often comes from self-discovery. Mediumship should be approached with an open heart and mind. The journey of self-discovery unfolds organically over time. Building a relationship with the spirit world is about friendship, not worship. Spiritualism teaches that we are all equals, with God within us. Mediumship should be presented rationally, operating within natural laws. Mediumship provides evidence of survival and inspires personal exploration. Mediumship can remind us of our spiritual nature amidst physical struggles. Tension can hinder mediumship effectiveness. Every experience can serve a spiritual purpose. Sound Bites "Storytelling is a big part of my teaching." "Life creates a narrative all by itself." "Every experience can be spiritual."   Andy Byng Medium Curious Substack Medium Curious Website: MediumCurious Jane's Website: Jane Morgan Medium  Sarah's Website: Sarah Rathke Podcast Instagram: @MediumCuriousPod YouTube: @mediumcurious VerySoul.com It really helps Medium Curious when you download your episode.  Also, leave us a comment or review wherever you listen!  

Please join Samantha and Denise in welcoming Wendy Lyon! Wendy is a Spiritualist Medium and Tutor who has been involved in Spiritualism since the mid-1990's. She has studied at the Arthur Findlay College and has been an Officiant of the Spiritualists National Union since 2022. Wendy holds a Diploma in demonstrating, teaching and speaking. In […]

Many of us have plenty of experiences with math, especially when we were younger. Perhaps some of your memories of what math was like for you in school are unpleasant, to say the least. Yet there are many people who are passionate about mathematics, especially Christians who see mathematics as the God-given language by which we can better understand not only the physical world around us, but God Himself. Naturalism has no real answers for why mathematics is so useful and even beautiful and practical not only for doing science, but in our everyday lives. And how are beauty and mathematics linked? What do beauty and math tell us about God Himself? This week we wrap up our conversation with youth leader, math professor, friend of Watchman Fellowship and Christian apologist Paige Lehrmann. Paige will share with us her passion about mathematics, beauty, and how we can incorporate them in our defense for the hope that is in us (1 Peter 3:15). Paige Lehrmann is the Director of Student Ministries at St. Andrew's Community Church in Oklahoma City and a student at Dallas Theological Seminary. She earned her B.A. in Philosophy and Mathematics from Oklahoma Baptist University, where she completed an interdisciplinary thesis on the Trinity. Paige went on to pursue graduate studies in mathematics at the University of Oklahoma and has taught as an adjunct professor at Mid-America Christian University. She has presented at apologetics conferences on topics such as the Trinity, the divinity of Christ, and theistic arguments from beauty. Through her work, she hopes to help others think deeply about faith, truth, and the beauty of the Gospel.You may contact Paige via email at Paige.lehrmann@gmail.com. Free Resources from Watchman Fellowship Atheist New Testament scholar Dr. Bart D. Ehrman: www.watchman.org/Ehrman  Atheism: www.watchman.org/Atheism  Latter-day Saints: www.watchman.org/Mormonism Panpsychism: https://www.watchman.org/files/ProfilePanpsychism.pdf The New Age Movement: https://www.watchman.org/profiles/pdf/newageprofile.pdf Hinduism: https://www.watchman.org/staff/jwalker/ProfileHinduism.pdf Additional ResourcesFREE: We are also offering a subscription to our 4-page bimonthly Profiles here: www.watchman.org/FreePROFILE NOTEBOOK: Order the complete collection of Watchman Fellowship Profiles (around 700 pages -- from Astrology to Zen Buddhism) in either printed or PDF formats here: www.watchman.org/NotebookSUPPORT: Help us create more content like this. Make a tax-deductible donation here: www.watchman.org/GiveApologetics Profile is a ministry of Watchman Fellowship For more information, visit www.watchman.org © 2025 Watchman Fellowship, Inc.

"I had no sexual energy. I couldn't feel anything. That's when I knew—we were siphoned."In this final and explosive interview of the Bewitched series, Baljit Rayat steps forward with a harrowing story that spans nearly two decades. As the first student to ever learn the Akashic Records from Betty, Baljit didn't just witness the rise of a spiritual leader—she lived through the full descent into chaos, control, and cult-like manipulation.What began in 2006 as a path of spiritual awakening and mentorship slowly evolved into a twisted entanglement of gaslighting, psychosis, and psychic entrapment. Baljit recounts the signs she missed, the energy shifts she ignored, and the moments when her body began showing symptoms—weight gain, lost libido, mental fog—of being psychically infiltrated. But nothing prepared her for the Santa Fe retreat, where psychodrama erupted, euphoria blurred into confusion, and something darker came through under the guise of sacred ritual.From being telepathically pressured to rejoin programs, Baljit unveils how Betty's tactics became coercive, paranoid, and surreal. She opens up about the soul-crushing aftermath, the moment she finally blocked Betty, and the freedom that followed.This episode is about reclaiming your energy, breaking the spell, and waking up to the truth.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:52) In Today's Episode...Baljit Rayat and the Final Chapter(02:11) Upcoming Episode: 11 Patterns of Manipulation and Personality Profiling(03:32) The Metamorphosis(05:02) Welcoming Baljit's Unique Perspective(07:10) Baljit's First Steps with Betty and Initial Red Flags(12:28) The Shift and The Pandemic Impact(17:51) Spiritual Psychosis and The Santa Fe Retreat(24:10) The Blue Lotus Tea and Mind Games(31:14) The Santa Fe Aftermath - Bye Betty, You're Hijacked(36:59) Croatia and The Male Entity(46:49) Cult-Like Behavior(52:57) Unveiling Hidden Transformations, Psychic Attacks, and Targeting(55:26) The Shift in Energy - Who's Above Betty?(58:06) Trauma Bonding, Infiltration, and Revelations(01:05:21) Psychological and Energetic Insights(01:07:47) The San Diego Trauma Reveal(01:16:28) Galactic Interference - The Portal is Open(01:23:49) Who Made You, Betty?(01:27:30) Betty's Training System Exposed(01:39:11) Where Do We Go From Here?**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Metamorphosis starts its next round in just a few days. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. Join today to get $500 OFF. And if you've done it before, you can take it again with an alumni special discount. CONTACT BALJITVisit her linktree to access all of her offerings and workCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEFinancial Freedom for Spiritual Entrepreneurs@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.com

Penny & Midge discuss the Fox Sisters, two young women who became the faces of Spiritualism movement, through their rise to fame and later struggles. Join the conversation on the Ghouls Night In discord! Follow the ghouls on Instagram at @ghoulsnightinpod Shop Ghouls Night In merch! Cover art by Alex Zimdars

For Episode 13 of Pop Apocalypse, we welcome Shannon Taggart, an American photographer, writer, researcher, and curator known for exploring how photography can navigate boundaries between the seen and unseen. Her book, Séance (Fulger Press, 2019), offers hundreds of photographs documenting contemporary Spiritualism across the U.S. and Britain. We discuss what sparked Shannon's interests in Spiritualism, the intersecting histories of photography and Spiritualism, ectoplasm, what inspires people to become mediums, and the techniques she developed for photographing the invisible.

Number stations, what are they? Listening to some recordings.Austin Metcalf, Sumo doesn't like Texas, curated reality, faux outrage.Psy-ops always have tells.Using twins is the perfect way to fake things.Even if it's fake, it's real.Sumo's adventures with a real-life black man, and stickers.Being mad is easier than being happy.The system is not in control, you are.Rule #1: They always have to tell you. The devil can never lie, one-eye symbolism.How money works.Rule #2: Everything is a contract.More Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

"I love you, so I'm going to beat you… then tell you I love you again."That's how Brenda describes the psychological undertow that pulled her into—and kept her in—Betty's web for nearly a decade.In this piercing episode of the Bewitched series, Brenda Reiss joins us to unpack her long, layered experience with Betty, dating all the way back to 2014. What started as a business mentorship for a corporate escapee turned into an eerily familiar cycle of emotional manipulation, shame-laced power plays, and spiritual gaslighting.Brenda takes us through every twist: the way Betty shamed clients into MLM schemes under the guise of financial empowerment, the bizarre telepathic “nudges” that seemed to lure her back whenever she tried to walk away, and the chaos of energetically loaded retreats where nothing was clear, yet everything felt controlling.This episode hits hard with real-life cult tactics masquerading as coaching: isolating clients, confusing group dynamics, trauma bonding masked as healing, and the ever-slippery line between mentor and manipulator.Brenda's story is a masterclass in the slow, subtle erosion of personal power—and her emergence from that fog is both a cautionary tale and a powerful reclamation of sovereignty.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode...Brenda Reiss(02:38) Shame is At The Bottom of The Sundae(06:47) Benefits of The Metamorphosis(09:22) Brenda's Beginning with Betty: The Pull and The Shame(18:02) Childhood Trauma: Advantage Betty. Business Development Mess(33:06) 2020: Confusion, Freemasons, and Energetic Manipulation(40:10) Struggling with Self-Doubt and Authority. The Abdication(45:56) Trauma and Cult Accusations. The Brain Tumor Theory(54:58) The Santa Fe Retreat Chaos(01:05:36) Entity Walk-In Experience vs John of God(01:11:50) The Change and A Shocking Voxer Message(01:15:53) Reluctance About The Croatia Retreat(01:18:42) Odd Experiences in Croatia(01:23:07) The "Tea" Ceremony and Becoming Betty's Entourage(01:28:49) The Final Straw(01:34:43) Altered State of Consciousness: Aftermath Reflections(01:42:20) I'm Done - WTF Just Happened?**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  The Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. Join now to get $500 OFF. And if you've done it before, you can take it again with an alumni special discount. CONTACT BRENDAVisit her linktree to access all of her offerings and workCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEFinancial Freedom for Spiritual Entrepreneurs@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.com

This week C.J. and Kent discuss the practice of police in rural Wisconsin of dropping unhoused people off in cities with no support and Aaron Jones' return to the City of Green Bay for the NFL draft. For the main topic they discuss an article Harry Houdini wrote about his debunking of Spiritualist séances.

Doug Skinner has contributed to The Fortean Times, Fate, Weirdo, Nickelodeon, Cabinet, Typo, and other fine publications. His many books include short stories, a novel (Nominata), and translations of many Bohemians, occultists, and visionaries, including Alphonse Allais, Charles Cros, Alfred Jarry, Luigi Russolo, and Giovanni Battists Nazari.Visit Doug's website here: https://www.dougskinner.net/He has written music for theater and dance, most conspicuously for Bill Irwin's show The Regard of Flight, which toured for decades. His albums That Regrettable Weekend, It All Went Pfft, and An Afternoon in the Arboretum are available on Bandcamp.TV and movie appearances include Great Performances, Martin Mull's Talent Takes a Holiday, Ed, Crocodile Dundee II, and several of George Kuchar's videos. He has played piano on the BBC, played ukulele on the Joe Franklin Show and at an Aerosmith release party, MC'd at the Rainbow and Stars, read the audiobook of Kiarna Boyd's scary novel Blessed and Cursed Alike, and lectured on various questionable topics at the American Visionary Art Museum, the Morbid Anatomy Museum, the Bakken Museum of Electricity in Healing, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, and other places.For many years, he has maintained a tribute site to his close friend: The late, great, Fortean writer, John Keel, at https://www.johnkeel.com/And Doug's book on anomalous music, Music From Elsewhere, was published last year by Strange Attractor Books in the UK, and is distributed in the US by the MIT Press.it is available from Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Music-Elsewhere-Haunting-Afterlife-Worlds/dp/1913689212The accompanying music for the book is available here, on Bandcamp: https://strangeattractorpress.bandcamp.com/album/music-from-elsewhereDoug visits with Talking Weird to chat about his book MUSIC FROM ELSEWHERE: A compendium of other musics, channelled from the spirit world, the fairy kingdom, outer space, secret societies and occult lodges.Along with talking about music from these other worlds, Doug also shares some of the music itself! This is a unique and fascinating episode, with one of the most erudite and witty personalities of the Fortean field. Do not miss it!

Text Abby and AlanToday we discuss the history of the Lincoln's, The Booth's and the intersection of the White House and the Occult. But more importantly, this history is really a reflection of a nation divided, and the aftermath of grief. It doesn't seem so far away from the current state of the state. SourcesWhitehousehistory.org article by Alexandra Kommel: Seances in The Red Room. CSUN University Library: The Edwin Booth Family CollectionNational Geographic Article by Parissa Djangi: Seances at the White HouseIn The Houses of Their Dead by Terry AlfordGet Lunatics Merch here. Join the discussion on Discord. Check out Abby's book Horror Stories. Available in eBook and paperback. Music by Michaela Papa, Alan Kudan & Jordan Moser. Poster Art by Pilar Keprta @pilar.kep.Follow us on TikTok, X, Instragram and YouTube. Join the conversation on Discord. Support us on Patreon. Support the show

What do you do when the mentor you trusted becomes the monster you never saw coming?Today we have Elizabeth Purvis on the show. Elizabeth thought she had found her match: a magnetic spiritual leader with a bold vision, unshakeable confidence, and a promise to unlock the deepest realms of transformation and magic. But behind the veil of light and leadership, something darker simmered. In this gripping episode, Elizabeth recounts her long and complex relationship with Betty, tracing it from fascination to disillusionment—and ultimately, reclamation.Drawn in by Betty's charisma and promise of elevated consciousness, spiritual mastery, and access to powerful circles, Elizabeth entered with eyes wide open. What she didn't expect was how quickly admiration would blur into confusion, betrayal, and manipulation.We follow Elizabeth's path through cognitive dissonance, spiritual gaslighting, and professional entanglement—including being hired by Betty herself. As the cracks widened, Elizabeth faced the truth: this wasn't a sacred mentorship. It was a trauma-fueled hierarchy, propped up by smoke, mirrors, and energetic puppeteering.But this isn't a story of defeat—it's a story of discernment and power reclaimed. With brutal honesty, Elizabeth shares how she finally broke the spell, buried the illusion, and spoke the words that needed to be said.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:53) In Today's Episode... The Importance of Trauma Healing(02:33) Ethics in the Practitioner-Client Relationship(05:48) Upcoming Programs(09:04) Elizabeth's Background in Wicca - Bringing Magic to The Mainstream(21:22) Meeting Betty(26:51) The Honeymoon Period, Navigating Personal and Professional Challenges, and First Red Flags(39:05) The Crisis Point. Boundaries Betty, Boundaries(45:20) Walt, Tarot and Guidance...What Magic?(54:58) The Golden Betty Years(57:27) We All Wear Multiple Hats. The Gossip(01:07:42) Betty "The Client"(01:14:08) The "Entity" Walks In(01:16:45) Confronting IP Issues(01:20:32) Poking the Bear and Breaking Away(01:25:06) Lessons Learned(01:28:32) What The Hell Happened?**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  Past Lives & Money You can still jump in. I show you how to clear the past life trauma that comes up for most spiritual women. Take advantage of the special price before it goes up again. The Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. Join now to get $500 OFF.CONTACT ELIZABETHIG elizpurvis7figuregoddess.comCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com InstagramListen to She{ology}CONTACT ALYSE Financial Freedom for Spiritual Entrepreneurs@alyse_breathesalysebreathes.com

Sumo goes and meets Elvis in real life (allegedly).Arkansas geology, Magnet Town, Elvis's career and Bob Joyce.God and or the universe uses fake shysters to point you towards the real.Are the ruins of Noah's Ark in Turkey?Hiding your power levels.One of Elvis's grandkids is mixed-race.Most conspiracy stuff is third hand.America is infinite, no one actually understands politics. Whatever your vision for America is, it's way less than the fullness of how it actually is.Evolution is fake, the six different kinds of evolution, Irreducible Complexity.Why is everything so still if everything's flying through space so crazily?Is there anything positive happening on the screen? What does the algorithm promote?They always have to tell you.Life is meaningless according to them. You're just a chemical balance and that's all everything else is. There's no free-will or agency according to science.Why Jesus's biggest crowds were always sinners.Not taking things to seriously, Metaphysical Karate.Sumo has a hard time finding clothes that meet his fashion criteria.LinksBob Joyce (Elvis?) Sings How Great Thou ArtMore Linkswww.MAPSOC.orgFollow Sumo on TwitterAlternate Current RadioSupport the Show!Subscribe to the Podcast on GumroadSubscribe to the Podcast on PatreonBuy Us a Tibetan Herbal TeaSumo's SubstacksHoly is He Who WrestlesModern Pulp

How deep does the rabbit hole go when seeking spiritual guidance? What happens when the mentor you trusted becomes the source of terrifying manipulation?In a pivotal episode of the Bewitched series, therapist Audrey Hilliker shares her harrowing journey into the inner circle of Betty. Expecting growth and Akashic Records training, Audrey instead found herself trapped in a high-control environment marked by public shaming, gaslighting, and escalating demands.   Audrey recounts the chilling climax during the retreat in Croatia, descending into a nightmare of intense paranoia, induced deprivation, and absolute control. Suspicions of being drugged surface as reality itself seems to warp. How did a respected professional begin questioning her own sanity, even her closest relationships?You will not believe what Audrey's husband discovered about Betty and her true identity. It's an international complex situation which will make your jaw drop and question if Betty was one of the Devil's own closest allies.TODAY'S HIGHLIGHTS(00:00) Intro(00:54) In Today's Episode...Audrey Hilliker(05:19) Past Lives and Money(12:46)  Initial Red Flags: A $10K Spiritual Betrayal(16:59)  Akashic Record Rip-Off(22:53) Gaslighting Guru - "Neutrality" Cuts Deep(33:09) Coaching Copycat: My Words, Her Gain?(38:28) The Croatia Calling(43:32) Manipulation in Paradise(55:10) We're Trapped: Control, Isolation, and a Husband's Fear(59:38) Betty's True Nature - Darkest Secrets Revealed(01:18:50) Cult Awakening(01:24:31) The 20-Minute Voicenote: My Truth Goes Viral (01:27:02) Relief, Release, and a Dark Truth(01:31:52) The Demonic Possession Case Study and The Tetrad(01:41:42) Audrey's Final Thoughts**WAYS TO ENTER MY WORLD**  When you leave a review of the podcast, send us a screenshot and we'll send you a $250 credit, you can apply to anything else in my world.  Past Lives & Money You can still jump in. I show you how to clear the past life trauma that comes up for most spiritual women. Sign up before April 15 to get 50% OFFThe Metamorphosis starts its next round in May. This is my groundbreaking, flagship program, and the path to discover your deeper purpose. Start making money doing what you love. CONTACT AUDREYIG embodied.soleilLinkedInCONTACT ROBYN drrobynmckay.com Follow her on InstagramListen to her podcast She{ology}CONTACT ALYSEJoin my FB group Financial Freedom for Spiritual EntrepreneursFollow and DM me on IG @alyse_breathesVisit alysebreathes.comOr mail me info@alysebreathes.com

PART 2! Be sure to go back to Episode 43 to listen to the first 1/2 of this conversation, it will be richer and more fun if you do. :)

Rebel Phoenix and Stella Ruinae are hosts of the very popular YouTube show, Thriving In Chaos. The show consist of paranormal, mystery and everything else that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Today's episode is with founder Rebel Phoenix. Thriving In Chaos Show YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoNM-rO0aoI&t=207sThriving In Chaos Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SpiritualAdvisor88/Thriving in Chaos TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@thrivingninchaosThriving In Chaos Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/rebelphoenixthrivinginchaos/reel/DFRTzEWJxIO/Al Cooley's Book Spencer's Ghosts:Amazonhttps://a.co/d/fpQbkcUBarnes & Noblehttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/spencers-ghosts-a-l-cooley/1146061435?ean=9798990477506Spencer's Ghosts for $9.99. Add code Y652EB at checkout in Bookshop on my book section on my website: www.authoralcooley.comGoodreads Giveaways, enter a chance to win a signed copy of Spencer's Ghost paperback:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/217077698-spencer-s-ghostsTo appear on Ghosts In The Valley Podcast, or  purchase Spencer's Ghosts Print or ebookwww.authoralcooley.comMusic: Energetic MusicPodcast Artwork: Al Cooley

Today we take a peek at the interesting life of author Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the man who invented the world's most famous and influential literary detective, Sherlock Holmes. However, Doyle was never really that interested in the fictional creation that made him famous. He was very interested, though, in spiritualism, and took part in hundreds of seances and wrote dozens of books, pamphlets, and newspaper articles attesting to a belief he saw as indisputable fact: that the dead surround us and we can speak with them. For Merch and everything else Bad Magic related, head to: https://www.badmagicproductions.com 

What the @&$#? We'll TELL you what the @&#$#! We delve into the history and uses of cursing with writer and professor Dr. Marissa Rhodes! And if that doesn't make you blush, brace yourselves - it's our Most Embarrassing Moments. GUEST Marissa C. Rhodes Dig: A History Podcast www.digpodcast.org  Dig has a new book out:  Spiritualism's Place: Reformers, Seekers, and Seances in Lily Dale *Special thanks to Melissa Mohr's book Holy Shit: A Brief History of Swearing HOUSE BAND Cory Springhorn SPONSORS Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PAULA at https://www.oneskin.co/  #oneskinpod Helix is having a March Madness sale! Go to HelixSleep.com/paula for 20% Off Sitewide!  Build your support system with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/PAULA today to get 10% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Morris Pratt Institute was built to study the spirit world—but in Whitewater, some believe it opened doors that were never meant to be unlocked.IN THIS EPISODE: Whitewater legend says that the bizarre experiments conducted at the Morris Pratt Institute of Spiritualism in Wisconsin, to communicate with the dead, have left the town cursed by witches and haunted by restless spirits. It's no wonder it has garnered the nickname of “Second Salem.” (Whitewater: The Second Salem) *** The Wild West had many drifters with troubled pasts. One found himself at the heart of one of the most infamous crimes in American history. Ben Kuhl went from horse theft, to stagecoach robbery, to murder – from notoriety to infamy – all in pursuit of elusive riches. Finally arrested and convicted due to a bloody handprint (The Last Stagecoach Robbery) *** Fred West was just a regular boy, or so it seemed. But behind closed doors, in reality, he was becoming evil incarnate. And upon meeting his future wife Rose, it only expanded his predatory predilections. Fred and Rose descended from petty crimes to unspeakable horrors of rape and murder – even of the most young and innocent. From their "House of Horrors" the depths of their depravity was acted out — hidden from site. But as the walls closed in and the truth emerged, the true horror of their crimes was laid bare. (The Evils of Fred And Rose West) *** AND MORE!CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = Disclaimer and Lead-In00:02:38.498 = Show Open00:04:51.531 = Whitewater: The Second Salem00:24:08.642 = The Evils of Fred And Rose West00:40:15.583 = The Last Stagecoach Robbery00:54:13.236 = Bygone Gluttons01:06:56.754 = Show Close, Verse, and Final Thought SOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…“Whitewater: The Second Salem” by Charlie Hintz for Wisconsin Frights: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p9bktup“Bygone Gluttons” by Ben Gazur for ListVerse: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/2p99hjxj“The Evils of Fred and Rose West” from Biography: https://www.biography.com/crime/fred-west“The Last Stagecoach Robbery” from Creative History Stories: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/bdh3h8h5=====Darkness Syndicate members get the ad-free version. https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateInfo on the next LIVE SCREAM event. https://weirddarkness.com/LiveScreamInfo on the next WEIRDO WATCH PARTY event. https://weirddarkness.com/TV=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: April 16, 2024EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/HauntedWhitewater

Danielle Aykroyd is a singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist who performs under the name Vera Sola. Sometimes called the "lost love child of Leonard Cohen and Nancy Sinatra," Vera Sola's smoky vocalization and searing, soaring songs have a cinematic aspect to them, and would feel equally at home in a David Lynch film or a prairie full of phantoms. A trained poet, her lyrics are twisting and imagistic, marked alternatively by restrained mystery and a resplendent, wild-eyed rage.Her 2018 debut LP, Shades, which she plays every instrument on, is a study in shadowy Americana and mesmeric incantation. Her sophomore album of 2024, Peacemaker, is a more expansive extravaganza with lush orchestration, dark dreamscapes, and tales of vengeance, heartache, and haunting. Vera Sola's new EP, Ghostmaker is a pared-down resurrection of Peacemaker tracks, and features a brand new song, “The Ghostmaster's Daughter.”On this episode, Danielle discusses howspirits guide her music, her relationship to ghosts, and the liberating power of finding her voice.Pam also talks about the feminist history of Spiritualism, and answers a listener question about a precarious prediction. Vera Sola's songs featured in the audio version of this podcast episode are as follows:“Circles” from Shades“Bad Idea” from Peacemaker“The Ghostmaster's Daughter” from Ghostmaker“Blood Bond” from Peacemaker“Instrument of War” from PeacemakerCheck out the video of this episode over on YouTube (and please like and subscribe to the channel while you're at it!)Our sponsors for this episode are Mithras Candle, BetterHelp, Black Phoenix Alchemy Lab, and Dear Antigone.We also have print-on-demand merch like Witch Wave shirts, sweatshirts, totes, stickers, and mugs available now here, and all sorts of other bewitching goodies available in the Witch Wave shop.And if you want more Witch Wave, please consider supporting us on Patreon to get access to detailed show notes, bonus Witch Wave Plus episodes, Pam's monthly online rituals, and more! That's patreon.com/witchwave

In this episode, the story of Clever Hans, the horse who changed psychology for the better. We also sit down with psychologist and magician Matt Tompkins. Matt is the author of The Spectacle of Illusion, a book about the long history of the manipulation of our own magical thinking and how studying deception can help us better understand perception, memory, belief, and more.How Minds ChangeDavid McRaney's BlueSkyDavid McRaney's TwitterYANSS TwitterMatt Tompkin's WebsiteThe Spectacle of IllusionPrisoners of SilenceClever HansWilhelm von OstenCarl Sagan QuoteScience of Magic AssociationSociety for Psychical ResearchSkeptical Inquirer MagazineHoudini's Debunking